Want to Be a Better Leader? Develop Your Communication Skills!
A good leader knows how to bring people together and lead them toward their goals.
One of the best ways to lead your team, expand your network, and make a lasting impact on your clients is to communicate thoughtfully every day.
You will become a better leader this week if you communicate with others with purpose and care. You’ll better engage with people and enable them to connect with you and your business if you:
Keep Your Messaging Clear and Straightforward.
Today’s top leaders know the value of clear communication. In the interest of making your words memorable and reducing the risk of confusion, strive to keep your words clear and to the point. People tend to remember the first and last things they hear: keep this in mind when speaking to your clients and collaborating with others. When working with a team, make sure everyone knows their roles and objectives. Clear communication will help you and the people you’re working with stay on the same page throughout the process.
Keep Yourself Accessible.
Leaders make themselves available for questions and are ready to jump in to give support. You’ll promote problem solving and effective teamwork if you establish channels of communication with your collaborators. Be open to accommodating the communication method that works best for your client, peer, or mentor. Some people may prefer to communicate via text or email, while others may prefer a quick in-person chat, phone, or video call. When someone expresses an idea or concern, make sure you listen closely. Don’t be afraid to ask questions to get more information to help you and your team tailor your plan of action.
Look for Solutions, Not Blame.
Leaders understand that solutions come first. No matter how stressful a situation is, strive to keep your emotions under control; focus on addressing the problems at hand, not spreading negative feelings. Anger, frustration, and other emotional outbursts can distract from everyone’s ability to focus and solve problems. While it’s understandable to feel frustrated by a challenge, lead with kindness and proactivity in mind. If you start with a positive attitude, the people around you will see and follow your example!
Connect with Your Team.
Good leaders are open to learning from the skilled communicators around them. Pay attention to how your mentors connect with their peers and clients. Likewise, take time to catch up with your own peers and clients; even taking a few minutes to learn about each other’s lives can go a long way for both your mental health and your professional growth. The more open to growing and connecting you are, the more you will develop as a leader.
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